How To Fix PK451 - Control cycle supplies more than 2 stations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 451

• Message text: Control cycle supplies more than 2 stations

What causes this issue?

You have maintained the data in the iPPE workbench so that control cycle
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supplies more than two stations. The program can only deal with the
replenishment of a maximum of two stations.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change your master data so that the control cycle only supplies a
maximum of two stations.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK451 - Control cycle supplies more than 2 stations ?

  The SAP error message PK451 ("Control cycle supplies more than 2 stations") typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with control cycles in the SAP system. This error indicates that a control cycle is attempting to supply more than two production or consumption stations, which is not allowed in the configuration of the control cycle.
  Cause:
  
  Control Cycle Configuration: The control cycle is set up to manage the flow of materials between production stations. If the configuration inadvertently includes more than two stations, the system will trigger this error.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data related to the materials, production versions, or control cycles.
  Incorrect Assignment: The assignment of production or consumption stations to the control cycle may have been done incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Control Cycle Configuration:
  
  Go to the control cycle configuration in SAP (transaction code PK05 or PK02).
  Check the control cycle definition and ensure that it only includes two stations. If there are more than two, you will need to modify the control cycle to comply with the system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data for the materials involved. Ensure that the production versions and control cycles are correctly defined and do not reference more than two stations.
  Check the material master data (transaction code MM03) and ensure that the relevant settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Reassign Stations:
  
  If necessary, reassign the production or consumption stations to ensure that only two are included in the control cycle. This may involve creating new control cycles if the existing ones cannot be modified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on control cycles and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the control cycle functions as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Control Cycle: A control cycle in SAP is used to manage the flow of materials between production and consumption points. It defines how materials are supplied to production processes.
  Production Planning (PP): This module in SAP is responsible for planning and controlling the manufacturing processes, including the management of control cycles.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with common error messages in SAP PP to better understand and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.